As a result of this report, Ofqual is taking immediate regulatory action which means that exam boards must now:

Tighten moderation arrangements for all controlled assessments, including the November resits.

Not issue grades, or other information about aggregate performance, for any assessments undertaken in January 2013. Exam boards will provide raw marks for exams, and will moderate controlled assessments, but they will not award any grades, and will not allow students to cash in their units to get a qualification.

Grade January and June 2013 written papers and controlled assessments at the same time.

Improve and sharpen communications with schools.

OCR is very aware of the potential disruption and confusion these late changes will cause and we will support schools and colleges as best we can to meet Ofqual's requirements.